De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
leadership
Workplace & Talent
It’s Time for Fashion to Get Real About AI’s Impact on Jobs
Fashion brands are racing to deploy AI in marketing, design and employee workflows. But inside companies, a lack of clarity is breeding layoff anxiety — and quiet AI use that feels risky, if not like cheating.
It’s Time for Fashion to Get Real About AI’s Impact on Jobs
Fashion brands are racing to deploy AI in marketing, design and employee workflows. But inside companies, a lack of clarity is breeding layoff anxiety — and quiet AI use that feels risky, if not like cheating.
Technology
How Small Brands Are Learning to Love AI
Startups are starting to use AI for everything from retail planning to inventory management, while mostly keeping the technology away from the creative parts of their business.
How Small Brands Are Learning to Love AI
Startups are starting to use AI for everything from retail planning to inventory management, while mostly keeping the technology away from the creative parts of their business.
Luxury
Olivier Rousteing Departs Balmain
Rousteing is stepping down after 14 years as creative director, the French fashion house announced.
Olivier Rousteing Departs Balmain
Rousteing is stepping down after 14 years as creative director, the French fashion house announced.
Luxury
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra: How to Update a Timeless Charm
CEO Catherine Rénier discusses the decision to add new models to the iconic collection that’s fundamental to the jewellery house’s bottom line.
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra: How to Update a Timeless Charm
CEO Catherine Rénier discusses the decision to add new models to the iconic collection that’s fundamental to the jewellery house’s bottom line.
News & Analysis
Why I’m Excited About BoF VOICES 2025
Join us for our annual gathering for big thinkers from November 18-21.
Why I’m Excited About BoF VOICES 2025
Join us for our annual gathering for big thinkers from November 18-21.
Luxury
Arnault Tightens His LVMH Control With $1.6 Billion Buying Spree
The buying blitz, amid a sharp decline in LVMH’s share price, brings Bernard Arnault and his family closer to owning half of the world’s largest luxury group.
Arnault Tightens His LVMH Control With $1.6 Billion Buying Spree
The buying blitz, amid a sharp decline in LVMH’s share price, brings Bernard Arnault and his family closer to owning half of the world’s largest luxury group.
Beauty
How Black Beauty’s Class of 2020 Is Navigating a Tough Market
Recipients of Glossier’s 2025 grants for Black founders spoke to The Business of Fashion about how they’ve sustained growth and built resilience after the hype died down.
How Black Beauty’s Class of 2020 Is Navigating a Tough Market
Recipients of Glossier’s 2025 grants for Black founders spoke to The Business of Fashion about how they’ve sustained growth and built resilience after the hype died down.
Marketing
How Favorite Daughter Benefitted From the Netflix Effect
The womenswear business, which has crossed $100 million in annual sales, has tapped the power of pop culture thanks to its appearances on Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This,” created and written by Erin Foster, one of the brand’s founders.
How Favorite Daughter Benefitted From the Netflix Effect
The womenswear business, which has crossed $100 million in annual sales, has tapped the power of pop culture thanks to its appearances on Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This,” created and written by Erin Foster, one of the brand’s founders.
Luxury
Kering Sales, Smash-and-Grab Theft and Paris Art Week
Kering teased a 'drastic' reduction in its store footprint even as a deal with L’Oréal lightens its debt. Plus, early echoes from Paris Art Week, including a knockout Miu Miu initiative.
Kering Sales, Smash-and-Grab Theft and Paris Art Week
Kering teased a 'drastic' reduction in its store footprint even as a deal with L’Oréal lightens its debt. Plus, early echoes from Paris Art Week, including a knockout Miu Miu initiative.
Global Markets
Worldview | Sao Paulo Fashion Week Stages Blockbuster Anniversary Event
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features India’s Reliance Retail and fashion week events in Shanghai, Riyadh and Mexico City.
Worldview | Sao Paulo Fashion Week Stages Blockbuster Anniversary Event
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features India’s Reliance Retail and fashion week events in Shanghai, Riyadh and Mexico City.
Luxury
Hermès Men’s Artistic Director Véronique Nichanian Steps Down
The designer, who led the brand for 37 years, will present her last collection in January, a spokesperson for Hermès has confirmed.
Hermès Men’s Artistic Director Véronique Nichanian Steps Down
The designer, who led the brand for 37 years, will present her last collection in January, a spokesperson for Hermès has confirmed.
News & Analysis
Awar Odhiang, Bryan Yambao, Susanna Lau and Pierce Abernathy Join the BoF VOICES 2025 Speaker Lineup
Riz Ahmed, Luca Guadagnino, DJ Black Coffee and June Sarpong are amongst the latest confirmed speakers for BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers, now in its tenth year.
Awar Odhiang, Bryan Yambao, Susanna Lau and Pierce Abernathy Join the BoF VOICES 2025 Speaker Lineup
Riz Ahmed, Luca Guadagnino, DJ Black Coffee and June Sarpong are amongst the latest confirmed speakers for BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers, now in its tenth year.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.